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Stars on the brink, Rangers...

05.23.2023

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [1:05] the Stars’ chances of getting back in the Western Conference finals against Las Vegas. David says they’ve got to get their power play going, and Kevin says he wouldn’t ...

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05.23.2023 Stars on the brink, Rangers bullpen woes and what’s the Mavs’ plan? SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [1:05] the Stars’ chances of getting back in the Western Conference finals against Las Vegas. David says they’ve got to get their power play going, and Kevin says he wouldn’t ...
05.17.2023 Stars moving on, Rangers moving up and the Cowboys’ 2023 schedule SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore [3:20] discuss the Stars moving to the Western Conference finals against Las Vegas. David says everything rides on Jake Oettinger, while Kevin thinks the Stars need to ramp up their intensity ...
05.10.2023 Rangers growing up, Micah Parsons branching out and what’s up with the Stars? SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss the topics of the day, [8:54] starting with the Rangers’ resiliency when things (e.g., the bullpen) go wrong. Ezequiel Duran and Leody Taveras are two prime examples of what’s gone ...
05.03.2023 Cowboys draft leftovers, potential Rangers moves and Stars on a Stanley Cup run SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [2:00] the ins and outs of last week’s NFL draft, rendering their favorite and least-favorite Cowboys picks. David tells us one of the Cowboys’ other options in the first round, ...
04.26.2023 Cowboys’ draft, Rangers’ bullpen and Mark Cuban gets the Jerry Jones treatment SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant get ready for this week’s NFL draft by discussing whether the Cowboys will stay put at 26 (consensus: probably) and what they’ll do. [3:15] Each of our insiders picks a player ...
04.19.2023 Roughed up Stars and Rangers, and what position do Cowboys need? SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [2:51] the Stars’ opening playoff loss to the Wild and the repercussions from the injury to Joe Pavelski. Kevin says the Stars are better but the Wild is tougher, leading ...
04.12.2023 Mavs sink, Rangers rise and who might the Cowboys pick at 26? SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [2:49] the Mavs’ finishing debacle. David wonders if the commissioner could take away the Mavs’ hard-earned first-round pick as a penalty for tanking. Evan says the Kyrie Irving deal blew ...
04.05.2023 Mavs’ misery, Rangers’ rise, Cowboys’ line and we see you, Angel Reese SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore lead off a chock-full podcast with the Mavs’ predicament this week: Go all out for a scant chance of making the playoffs, or tank to keep their first-round pick? David argues ...
03.30.2023 Rangers opening day preview, Final Four madness and what’s up with Luka? SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant discuss Rangers opening day on Thursday, [10:50] from the opening ceremonies to the last man on the roster. Evan says the Rangers have never had an ace like Jacob deGrom, not in the ...
03.22.2023 Excitement building for Rangers, Cowboys. The Mavs? Not so much With Kevin Sherrington on vacation, [2:00] Evan Grant and David Moore have a nice relaxed visit to break down what the Rangers still have to answer in the final days of spring training, what’s gone right in Arizona and how ...
03.15.2023 A deep dive on the Cowboys and Rangers rosters, and a white flag for the Mavs SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant look at the rosters of the Cowboys and Rangers and where both clubs go from here. [4:00] Evan says only a handful of questions remain about the Rangers’ roster with two ...
03.08.2023 Rangers’ roster moves, Cowboys in free agency and Luka Doncic’s technical fouls SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant discuss the big topics of the day, [3:42] starting with what the Rangers do in the outfield now that everything else seems pretty much wrapped up. Kevin thinks Adolis Garcia would ...
03.01.2023 Martin Perez still dealing, a deal for the Cowboys, Jason Kidd schools Luka Doncic SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant rehash spring training memories. Kevin’s least favorite: The time he had to spend the night in his rental car because Evan turned off his hearing aids. [17:33] Kevin wonders if Martin Perez might ...
02.22.2023 How far can Mavs go, should Cowboys tag Tony Pollard and what’s left for the Rangers? SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss recent top local stories, starting with the buzz from NBA All-Star weekend. [00:40] The All-Stars love the Mavs’ addition of Kyrie Irving, Kevin notes, but players always appreciate the addition ...
02.15.2023 Kyrie’s AAC debut, Rangers’ black holes, best Super Bowl ever ... until the end SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant are joined by Mavericks beat writer [00:12] Callie Caplan to discuss the home debut of Kyrie Irving in a 124-121 loss to Minnesota. Callie tells us that Kyrie’s addition has energized ...
02.08.2023 The Mavs’ big gamble on Kyrie, Rangers spring preview and Super Bowl predictions SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore [2:53] discuss the national sports news of the week: the Mavs’ controversial acquisition of Kyrie Irving. David calls it an even bigger risk than Roy Tarpley. Evan says he’s conflicted about ...
02.01.2023 Tough love for Dak, Luka chirps and what’s up at the Dallas Zoo? SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [7:09] the overhaul of the Cowboys’ offensive staff and what it means for quarterback Dak Prescott. Evan says the fortunes of Dak and Mike McCarthy are now intertwined. Kevin says ...
01.25.2023 Another humbling end for the Dallas Cowboys ... plus what’s next? SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant [5:14] discuss the Cowboys’ 19-12 loss to the 49ers in the divisional round playoff, prolonging a streak of 27 years without an appearance in the NFC title game. Kevin says that ...
01.19.2023 Prescott bests Brady, kickers and the yips, Rangers’ search for a left fielder SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and David Moore discuss [00:29] the Cowboys’ surprising dominance of QB Tom Brady and the Buccaneers in Monday’s wild card game. Kevin says Dak Prescott’s performance is repeatable against the San Francisco 49ers in the divisional ...
01.11.2023 TCU’s not-so-excellent adventure; Cowboys playoffs; and not so fast, Sean Payton SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [5:00] the Cowboys’ miserable loss to Washington and what that portends for a rematch with Tampa Bay. The guys take positions on their biggest concerns. David says if the Cowboys ...
01.04.2023 Rangers’ rotation, TCU in the title game and life and death on a football field SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant discuss [4:04] the traumatic event of Monday night’s game between Buffalo and Cincinnati, when the Bills' Damar Hamlin collapsed after suffering sudden cardiac arrest. Kevin tells about his brother’s recovery from SCA as ...
12.27.2022 A holiday message from SportsDay Insider SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant wish you happy holidays, and we'll be back next year, or next week, for a full package of Cowboys, Rangers, Mavs and the first round of the College Football Playoff.
12.21.2022 Evan and cows, Parsons’ slump, the Rangers’ outfield, Christmas-Hanukkah wishes SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [5:04] Evan’s work with utters as well as the Cowboys’ utter failure in the second half against Jacksonville and what it means going forward. Say what you want about Dak ...
12.13.2022 Cowboys escape, Rangers’ top-tier pitching, Mike Leach’s impact, Texas’ trouble With SportsDay Insider host Kevin Sherrington out, Evan Grant and David Moore actually get to talk to one another for a change. [00:48] David says of the Cowboys’ most recent escape from a trap game: Don’t focus on how close ...
12.06.2022 Cowboys' courtship of OBJ, Rangers' marriage with deGrom and the CFP leaves Alabama for TCU SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant discuss [00:14] Odell Beckham Jr.'s courtside visit to the Mavs-Suns game and the chances he signs with the Cowboys. David says if he signs with anyone, it'll be the Cowboys, but ...
11.29.2022 OBJ, winter meetings, Kemba and the Mavs and TCU in the CFP SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant discuss a wide swath of hot topics this week, starting [00:50] with the Cowboys' three-game lead-up to a showdown with the Eagles on Christmas Eve. David says the Cowboys are still ...
11.22.2022 Cowboys Super Bowl buzz, a visit with Bochy and Horned Frogs rule SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant [00:55] discuss the Cowboys' historic win over the Vikings and what it portends. Evan asks Kevin if the Cowboys are closer to the team that dominated the Vikings or the one that blew ...
11.17.2022 Rebuilding Cowboys’ swag, Rangers rotation and it’s Sonny over Texas SportsDay Insider’s Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant [1:20] discuss the Cowboys’ “abominable” loss to the Packers in which David says both the offense and defense failed miserably. Kevin asks if the cold could be blamed for Dak’s miserable ...
11.08.2022 Packers' problems, hot stove, hotter Horned Frogs and hottest Luka SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [1:14] the Cowboys' upcoming game in Green Bay and the Packers' disappointing season. Aaron Rodgers has won seven of his last eight games against the Cowboys, but Kevin says if ...
11.02.2022 Cowboys’ balancing act, the high cost of Rangers winning, dumbing it down for college QBs SportsDay Insiders' Kevin, David and Evan [1:03] discuss the Cowboys’ win over the Bears and what it means going forward in the season’s second half. David called it Kellen Moore’s best game calling plays this year and wonders if Zeke ...
10.25.2022 Jerry's right on Dak, Rangers got it right with Bochy and Luka rising SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant [5:05] discuss the Cowboys' win over the Lions and Dak Prescott's in-game progress. David says Dak realized he was forcing the issue and subsequently played to the offense's strengths. Kevin reluctantly ...
10.18.2022 Dak's back, so are the Mavs and can TCU keep it up? SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and David Moore [00:40] discuss the Cowboys' loss to the Eagles, which fell on the defense in its worst performance this season. Until Dan Quinn's defense gets better at stopping the run, David says, expect the ...
10.11.2022 Cowboys' balance, Rangers' balance sheet and a shift in the balance of power at the State Fair SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [00:35] the Cowboys' big win over the Rams and what beating the defending Super Bowl champs means going forward against the Eagles. David says this is the most balanced offense ...
10.04.2022 Cowboys' open lane in the NFC, Texas-OU week and Aaron Judge denied for a day SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and David Moore [1:09] discuss the wide-open state of affairs in the NFC, where the Eagles are the only undefeated team and the Rams, this week's opponent, just got humbled by San Francisco. David credits Cooper ...
09.27.2022 Cowboys building, Rangers rebuilding and Big 12 running out of CFP possibilities SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant [2:49] discuss the Cowboys' win over the Giants on Monday Night Football and what it means going forward. Evan says the Cowboys look like they'll be better than we thought after Dak Prescott ...
09.20.2022 The greatness of Micah and Luka, pitchers for the Rangers and the problem with finding college quarterbacks SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore [1:08] compare Micah Parsons' early impact and where he may already rank in Cowboys history and how that compares to the Luka Doncic effect. [12:58] David gives his assessment of where ...
09.13.2022 Cowboys' tailspin, Longhorn and Aggie QBs and Jung-at-heart Rangers SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore [3:20] dive into the morass from the worst opener in Jerry Jones' history. [5:38] David reports that surgery on Dak Prescott's right thumb indicates he may be back by mid-October instead ...
08.30.2022 Dinks and doinks, depth charts and decoding Jerry Jones SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [1:40] the advent of football season and the Rangers' imminent demise. David outlines the lack of depth in the Cowboys' offensive line and what's likely to happen. Evan requires an ...
08.23.2022 How far would Chris Young crawl to hire Bruce Bochy, and do the Cowboys know they need another WR? SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore are back to talk about one of the most tumultuous weeks in Rangers' history. Besides defining Jon Daniels' legacy, which means once again clarifying Nolan Ryan's, Evan tries to figure out ...
08.09.2022 Are the Rangers finally finding pitchers, and did the Cowboys find the next Lawrence Taylor? SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and David Moore discuss the latest from Oxnard, [00:53] where the kicking competition is heating up with a whole set of new kickers. David doesn't think Dak Prescott will play in much if any of the ...
07.28.2022 Special preview: On 'Eat Drink D-FW,' Paula Lambert spills Dallas’ cheese secrets Fans of 'SportsDay Insider' are invited to this free sample of The Dallas Morning News food podcast, 'Eat Drink D-FW.' Find the show and hit 'follow' in any major podcast player to subscribe. Did you know that The Mozzarella Company’s ...
07.26.2022 Cowboys camp starts, McCarthy bristles and do the Rangers really have a shot at Juan Soto? SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant talk about the Cowboys and Rangers, one team just getting started and the other stuck in neutral. [1:45] David discusses his one-on-one interview with Mike McCarthy, who didn't exactly appreciate questions ...
07.19.2022 Rocker's a Ranger, LIV's a threat and McCarthy's toast if no playoffs SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss the week's big sports news, including the fact that the Rangers [00:10] shocked the world by drafting Kumar Rocker with the third pick. Evan says it allowed the Rangers to ...
07.12.2022 Restocking the Rangers, putting a Ring on Cowboys and revamping the Mavs SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore take a look at the Rangers [1:52] at the half-way point and ask what's the top priority. Kevin says it's adding starting pitching now; Evan wonders if they should wait. Evan ...
06.28.2022 Mavs wait on Brunson, Rangers wait on Seager while Texas' wait on QBs appears over SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore [4:00] discuss whether Jalen Brunson stays with the Mavs, a team he likes and where he has a better chance of winning, or does he go to the Knicks to run ...
06.21.2022 Rangers' lackluster leaders, Jerry's lust for Payton and Greece is the word SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant discuss the leadership styles of the Rangers' two highest-paid stars, Corey Seager and Marcus Semien, and the downside of investing so much money in such low-key personalities. Kevin says that as soon as ...
06.14.2022 Just how good are the Rangers, and how bad is the idea of LIV Golf? SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant [6:08] discuss the prospects for the Rangers as they near a reckoning about playoff contention. Evan says the Rangers shouldn't deal for a rental player because they're still not good enough. Kevin says ...
06.07.2022 Rangers screwing up chances, Cowboys paying tight ends and . . . Yahtzee? SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant discuss the Rangers' recent inability to get over the .500 hump and into second place in the AL West [1:15]. Kevin says Matt Bush shouldn't be allowed anywhere near the ninth inning. Evan ...
06.01.2022 Seager's getting paid, Brunson's got receipts and DeMarcus has a new hairdo SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss the end of the Mavs' season and its impact on Jalen Brunson's future as well as the start of something -- maybe -- with the .500 Rangers. [2:00] Kevin asks ...
05.24.2022 What's next for Mavs, what's up with Rangers and stupid things people say SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore take on a ton of topics, starting with the [1:25] Mavs' next steps after their surprising run to the Western Conference Finals. One benefit, Kevin says, is that they now know ...

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